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In this episode, Mary Peter, founder and Executive Director for K9 Partners for Patriots joins SMA Tilley in discussion about a unique resource offered to Veterans who qualify. K9 Partners for Patriots provides professional service dog training to military Veterans with PTSD, traumatic brain injury, and military sexual trauma. Currently, this program helps Veterans of all eras by providing a positive path forward through the experience of training and caring for their own service dog in a safe environment. K9 Partners for Patriots https://k9partnersforpatriots.com/ Website Your Next Mission yournextmission.org 0:00 Your Next Mission Season® #3 EP 10 | Veterans Day 2022, 1st Cavalry Division 0:17 Presenting Sponsors: Cavalry Agency, Navy Federal Credit Union, Purdue University Global, and Veterans United Home Loans. 1:57 Introduction of Mary Peter, K9 Partners for Patriot. 6:60 How do Veterasn qualify to enter the K9 for Veterans Program? 9:30 Are there other service dog organizations around the country? 11:29 Commercial 22:40 SMA Final Thoughts

In this episode, Bonnie Carroll, President and Founder of Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS), joins SMA Tilley for a very special discussion about the country’s leading nonprofit organization which is providing compassionate care and comprehensive resources for all those grieving the death of a military or Veteran loved one. Listen as she describes the many programs this wonderful organization provides to help the families of the fallen. Website Your Next Mission yournextmission.org Website TAPS https://www.taps.org/ 0:00 Your Next Mission Season® #3 EP 10 | Veterans Day 2022, 1st Cavalry Division 0:17 Presenting Sponsors: Cavalry Agency, Navy Federal Credit Union, Purdue University Global, and Veterans United Home Loans. 1:40 Introduction of Bonnie Carroll, President and Founder of Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS) 34:29 SMA Tilley's Final Thoughts

Sarah Minnis, PhD, Assistant Professor at Western Carolina University, joins SMA Tilley to talk military transition. In this very informative episode, Dr. Minnis takes a deep dive into real and relevant topics such as fear and uncertainty, as it relates those getting ready to transition from military to civilian life. This must listen discussion provides a wide array of important information that is critical for any Servicemember entering this new chapter in their lives.

In this special episode, the current Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff (SEAC), the most senior enlisted service member in the United States Armed Forces, joins SMA Tilley for a powerful and intimate discussion about empowering our enlisted servicemembers, ensuring Total Force Fitness and a highly functioning Human Weapon System. Website Your Next Mission yournextmission.org 0:00 Your Next Mission Season® #3 EP 10 | Veterans Day 2022, 1st Cavalry Division 0:17 Presenting Sponsors: Cavalry Agency, Navy Federal Credit Union, Purdue University Global, and Veterans United Home Loans. 1:33 Introduction of Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff (SEAC) 3:08 What is the role of NCOs in the European theater, Ukraine and Russia? 6:13 What is our relation ship with Allies and Partners? 10:17 What was your personal story with brain health and recovery? 16:30 What advice would you give senior leaders to deal with issues relating to stress? 20:57 The plan to make facilities available to support Total Force Fitness. 25:28 How are you working with the Reserve and Guard in relation to Total Force Fitness? 29:55 How are you building a more lethal force from the education point of view? 27:40 Commercial break with Presenting Sponsors: Cavalry Agency, Navy Federal Credit Union, Purdue University Global, and Veterans United Home Loans. 30:50 The purpose of the American Warfighter? 39:39 SEAC Final Thoughts. 44:41 SMA Tilley's Final Thoughts

Join SMA Tilley for this special episode celebrating Veterans Day as he talks with MG John B. Richardson IV and CSM Shade S. Munday, command team of the famed and storied 1st Cavalry Division, for an inspiring and historical discussion about the U.S. Army’s 1st Team. Website 1st Cavalry Division https://www.army.mil/1stcav Website Your Next Mission yournextmission.org 0:00 Your Next Mission Season® #3 EP 10 | Veterans Day 2022, 1st Cavalry Division 0:17 Presenting Sponsors: Cavalry Agency, Navy Federal Credit Union, Purdue University Global, and Veterans United Home Loans. 1:15 Introduction of the 1st Cavalry Division, MG John B. Richardson IV and CSM Shade S. Munday 1:58 1st Cav Hooah Video 4:10 What does Veterans Day mean to you? 5:40 The commitment to our country. 8:30 What are some scheduled Veterans Day activities planned for the 1st Cav? 9:10 Insight on the 1st Cav centennial celebration, 100 year Anniversary. 13:45 How often do you ride your horses being in a Cavalry Unit? 15:09 What is the History of the storied 1st Cav? 20:10 What is the Yellow Book? 21:00 MG Richardson provides insight on the NCO Corps. 28:50 How does the1st Cavalry Division remain the premiere armored cavalry division on the world? 31:50 What are some of your concerns on deploying Soldiers? 32:49 Commercial break with Presenting Sponsors: Cavalry Agency, Navy Federal Credit Union, Purdue University Global, and Veterans United Home Loans. 35:00 How is your formation adjusting to the reception of new recruits? 41:17 Patching ceremony 46:01 Final thoughts of the 1st Cavalry Command Team 48:02 Top 3 from MG Richardson 1. Know Your Soldiers 49:12 Leaders Take Action 49:40 Leaders Hold Leaders Accountable 53:22 SMA Tilley's Final Thoughts

In this heartfelt and compelling episode, COL (R) Claude Schmid, Chairman of Veteran’s Last Patrol joins SMA Tilley to discuss the organization’s mission and focus. As COL (R) Schmid explains, some Veterans approach death alone and without a support system. Veteran’s Last Patrol provides volunteers who offer companionship and a listening ear to hear stories and help reawaken memories of “patrolling” which can be extremely impactful to Veterans during the “Final Patrol” of their life. Website Veteran's Last Patrol veteranlastpatrol.org Website Your Next Mission® yournextmission.org 0:00 Your Next Mission® Season #3 EP 6 | Britton Bloch from Navy Federal Credit Union 0:17 Presenting Sponsors: Cavalry Agency, Navy Federal Credit Union, Purdue University Global, and Veterans United Home Loans. 1:38 Introduction Chairman of Veteran's Last Patrol, Col(R) Claude Schmid 2:08 How did Veteran's Last Patrol begin? What's the mission? 7:38 What challenges do you face dealing with Veterans in hospice care? 11:20 How is the connection with a volunteer with a Veteran they are not familiar with? 12:35 How do you certify a volunteer who would like to participate? 22:35 Commercial with Presenting Sponsors: Cavalry Agency, Navy Federal Credit Union, Purdue University Global, and Veterans United Home Loans. 24:20 What are some of the ways you honor Veterans who are on their final patrol? 25:10 Is Veteran's Last Patrol in every state? Where are chapter located? 27:10 What are some of your major events coming up? 34:09 SMA Tilley's Final Thoughts.

Actors, Writers, Comedians, Content Creators and U.S. Army Veterans, Drew Anthony Hernandez and Juston Graber join SMA Tilley for this humorous and fun conversation about how comedy can help many Veterans get through their most traumatic military experiences. In this episode, Drew and Juston discuss what led to the instant success of the viral platform, “A Combat Veteran” and how they continue to reach our community through relatable stories and laughter. 0:00 Your Next Mission® Season #3 EP 8 | Drew Anthony Hernandez & Juston Graber, A Combat Veteran 0:17 Presenting Sponsors: Cavalry Agency, Navy Federal Credit Union, Purdue University Global, and Veterans United Home Loans. 1:10 Introduction of A Combat Veteran: Drew Anthony Hernandez & Juston Graber 8:23 What is a Combat Veteran? 27:30 Commercial 32:00 Enlisted Play. What is it? 39:25 Final Thoughts from Drew & Juston 43:50 SMA Tilley's Final thoughts

In this exclusive episode, Terrence Hayes, Press Secretary, Department of Veteran Affairs (VA), joins SMA Tilley for this powerful discussion about the second-largest Federal agency in the nation, whose mission is to take care of Veterans . As the official spokesperson for Secretary Denis McDonough, Terrence brings his experience, insight and knowledge to share during this resource filled conversation about the VA. Your Next Mission® Website www.yournextmission.org Department of Veterans Affairs Website va.gov 0:00 Your Next Mission® Season #3 EP 6 | Britton Bloch from Navy Federal Credit Union 0:17 Presenting Sponsors: Cavalry Agency, Navy Federal Credit Union, Purdue University Global, and Veterans United Home Loans. 1:25 Introduction of Terrence Hayes, Press Secretary, Department of Veterans Affairs. 3:30 How did the VA support our Veterans during COVID? 6:25 What is the VA doing to combat Homeless Veterans? 13:03 What is the VA doing to help eliminate and reduce Veterans suicide? 17:00 988 Hotline 18:00 How should deal relate with their Soldiers? 21:10 The VA Claims process, where is the VA in helping reduce the backlog? 25:00 How can Veterans reach out to Veterans Service Organizations? 28:35 Commercial Presenting Sponsors: Cavalry Agency, Navy Federal Credit Union, Purdue University Global, and Veterans United Home Loans. 31:30 What is the PACT ACT? How will the PACT ACT help Veterans? 38:15 Why should Servicemembers go to the doctor? 40:48 Final thoughts from Terrence Hayes. 45:20 SMA Tilley's Final Thoughts.

On this informative episode, Britton Bloch, Vice President, Talent Acquisition Strategy & Recruiting at Navy Federal Credit Union, joins SMA Tilley for a discussion on opportunities for Veterans and families at NFCU. Britt uniquely covers numerous programs available and provides resources for the entire Family before, during and after transition from the military. Your Next Mission® Website www.yournextmission.org Navy Federal Credit Union Website https://www.navyfederal.org/ 0:00 Your Next Mission® Season #3 EP 6 | Britton Bloch from Navy Federal Credit Union 0:17 Presenting Sponsors: Cavalry Agency, Navy Federal Credit Union, Purdue University Global, and Veterans United Home Loans. 1:15 Introduction of Britton Bloch 2:30 Navy Federal Credit Union Programs designed for Transitioning Servicemembers. 5:00 What programs does NFCU offer exclusively for Military Spouses? 6:25 What challenges have NFCU noticed from Families transitioning? 12:10 TheKeyMentors.com 12:42 Transitioning Programs and Organizations. 15:50 Best practices for transition. 17:10 Commercial Presenting Sponsors: Cavalry Agency, Navy Federal Credit Union, Purdue University Global, and Veterans United Home Loans. 19:15 New programs and opportunities on the horizon. 26:10 SMA Tilley's Final Thoughts.

For this episode, Phyllis J. Wilson, CW5(R) and President of the Military Women’s Memorial, join SMA Tilley in preparation of their 25th Anniversary as the nation’s only major memorial honoring all women’s military service. In this episode, Phyllis discusses the impact women have had on our military throughout the history of our country and how their contributions and commitments are so honored in the nation’s only historical repository documenting all military women’s service.

Dee Geise, Director, Quality of Life and Soldier and Family Readiness, U.S. Army & Holly Dailey, Director, Family Readiness, Association of the United States Army (AUSA), join SMA Tilley for a special edition on Army Family Readiness. During this episode, Dee and Holly provide what the U.S. Army is doing to sustain and improve the Quality of Life (QoL) for Soldiers and their Families. Housing, Healthcare, Spouse Employment, Child Care and PCS Moves are some of the topics discussed. As we prepare for AUSA, our guests explain some exciting new initiatives that will be released in the coming year. Website YourNextMission.org Your Next Mission® Season #3 EP 4 | Army Family Readiness 0:00 Your Next Mission® Season #3 EP 4 | Army Family Readiness 0:18 Presenting Sponsors: Cavalry Agency, Navy Federal Credit Union, Purdue University Global, and Veterans United Home Loans 0:33 Opening monologue 12th SMA (R) Jack L. Tilley 1:21 Introduction of Dee Geise, Director, Quality of Life and Soldier and Family Readiness, U.S. Army & Holly Dailey, Director, Family Readiness, Association of the United States Army (AUSA). 3:45 Overview of the Quality of Life (QoL) Program. 5:50 Spouse and Family Employment 10:17 My Career Advancement Account (MYCAA) 12:18 Childcare and Family Housing. 24:25 Family Wellness 28:37 Commercial for Presenting Sponsors: Cavalry Agency, Navy Federal Credit Union, Purdue University Global, and Veterans United Home Loans 30:40 Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) 43:50 Ted Hacker (President Co-Founder American Freedom Foundation) will be announced as this years Honorary Sergeant major of the Army). 46:51 Final Thought, Make a Difference.

U.S. Army Command Sergeant Major (CSM) Herman Estrada, aka “Mega Hooah”, joins the Your Next Mission® Video Podcast for a conversation centered around the military transition process and his focus on Leading, Motivating, and Inspiring. As a father of 9 children, his message on the road to becoming a Soldier only intensifies his amazing story. As we celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month, CSM Estrada converses with SMA Tilley about what being a Hispanic American means to him and many Hispanics who serve this nation. Your Next Mission® Website: Website www.yournextmission.org 0:00 Your Next Mission® Season #3 EP 3 | CSM Herman Estrada “Mega Hooah” 0:18 Presenting Sponsors: Cavalry Agency, Navy Federal Credit Union, Purdue University Global, and Veterans United Home Loans 0:31 Opening 12th SMA (R) Jack L. Tilley 1:40 Introduction of CSM Herman Estrada "Mega Hooah" 14:50 National Hispanic Heritage Month 50:44 # Things every Leader must do 52:01 Closing Credits

On this moving and very spirited episode, Michelle Norman, Executive Director and Founder of Partners in PROMISE, delivers a powerful message for our special needs families serving in the Military. She shares with SMA Tilley how the organization elevates for the concerns and needs of special education students and their families to ensure they have the same access to an education as civilian students. In addition, she offers ways that people can help support such an important cause for our military families. Your Next Mission® Website: Website www.yournextmission.org Partners in PROMISE Website www.thepromiseact.org/ Your Next Mission® Season #3 EP 2 | Partners in PROMISE with Michelle Norman 0:00 Your Next Mission® Season #3 EP 2 | Partners in PROMISE with Michelle Norman 0:18 Presenting Sponsors: Cavalry Agency, Navy Federal Credit Union, Purdue University Global, and Veterans United Home Loans 0:31 Opening 12th SMA (R) Jack L. Tilley 1:34 Introduction of Michelle Norman, Executive Director, Partners In PROMISE 8:09 What makes Partners in PROMISE different than other specialized like organizations? 11:41 Subscribe 12:00 Department of Defense Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) 18:27 Special People have Special Children. 19:59 Commercial Break, Presenting Sponsors: Cavalry Agency, Navy Federal Credit Union, Purdue University Global, and Veterans United Home Loans. 21:51 What does the motto of "We love stories but data completes us" mean? 27:37 Annual Military Education Survey 30:22 How are you connected to Veteran families? 34:00 What type of resources do you provide EFMP? 37:39 Contact information 40:30 Special Presentation 43:17 Final thoughts, SMA provides heartfelt and personal EFMP story. 46:17 SMA Closing.

Special guest, Director, Vets4Warriors, MG (R) Mark Graham joins the 12th SMA (R) Jack L. Tilley for the premiere of Season #3. MG Graham delivers a powerful story on how suicide changed his family’s life forever which ultimately led to his current position. In addition to discussing his heartbreaking story, he highlights his national 24/7 peer support network (Vets4Warriors) for Veteran and military communities. Vets4Warriors is 100% staffed by trained Veterans and members of the military community, their families, or caregivers. Your Next Mission® Season #3 EP 1 | Vets4Warriors with MG (R) Mark Graham 0:00 Next Mission® Season #3 EP 1 | Vets4Warriors with MG (R) Mark Graham 0:17 Presenting Sponsors: Cavalry Agency, Navy Federal Credit Union, Purdue University Global, and Veterans United Home Loans 0:30 Opening 12th SMA (R) Jack L. Tilley 1:31 Introduction of MG (R) Mark Graham 2:27 Powerful Story 29:00 Commercial for Presenting Sponsors: Cavalry Agency, Navy Federal Credit Union, Purdue University Global, and Veterans United Home Loans 42:49 SMA Tilley Final thoughts

Just like that, Season #2 of the Your Next Mission® Video Podcast is the in the books. Here is a #sizzlereel that highlights some of our amazing moments captured throughout Season #2 from some remarkable guest. #Wewillreturn. Season #3 Premieres September 13, 2022. Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube Channel and listen on all of your favorite podcast platforms. #USArmy #yournextmission #Season3 #biggerandbetter #sizzlereel #recap #veteran #transition #usarmy #smatilley #transition #mentalhealth #education #militaryfamily #recruiting

We’ve dedicated Season #2 of Your Next Mission® podcast to mental health as a way of bringing awareness, reduce the stigma and share much needed to resources. In our season finale, SMA Tilley sits down with two dedicated professionals from the Cohen Veterans Network, MaryBeth Goodman and BG (R) Michael Fleming, for an in-depth conversation about the mental health challenges our Veterans and their families face.

Country Music sensation and Army Veteran Craig Morgan joins SMA (R) Tilley for a Your Next Mission Podcast® exclusive. In this episode, Craig details his life while serving in the Army and his life as a country music star outlined in his new book, “God, Family, Country”.

On this very special live in studio episode, Holly Schaffner, Director of Public Relations, Honor Flight San Diego, joins SMA (R) Tilley for a moving and heartfelt conversation about how her team, who are all volunteers, offer an experience for Veterans that the provides honor, gratitude, and community of support they deserve. In addition, she explains the national network comprised of independent Hubs working together in furtherance of the Honor Flight mission. Honor Flight San Diego website https://www.honorflightsandiego.org/ Your Next Mission Website® yournextmission.org

CMSgt (R) Shon Barnwell, Author, Veteran and business owner joins SMA (R) Tilley for a conversation centered around Leadership. Shon who authored a book called “Leadership Is About Behavior, Not Titles” shares with us some powerful and insightful views from her book that are applicable to many. Her expressive and passionate thoughts provide incredible teaching points throughout this exclusive podcast.

It’s an absolute pleasure to release this episode featuring Mike Thirtle, CEO Gary Sinise Foundation. In this episode, Mike provides the focus for the foundation and the importance of creating and supporting unique programs designed to entertain, educate, inspire, strengthen, and build communities for the nation's defenders.

On this episode, Matt Vean, Assistant Manager for Commercial Business Lending at Navy Federal Credit Union (NFCU), joins SMA Tilley on Your Next Mission Podcast. Matt, who is also a current Military Spouse, provides some amazing insight, tips and strategies offered by NFCU in support of the Military Spouse and many ways NFCU is leaning forward to assist our military community.

Michael Quinn, 2X LinkedIn Top Voice, CEO at HireMilitary and Tenova LLC, and military transition expert, joins the Your Next Mission™ podcast for a powerful episode. He shares his story and the different ways to apply tactics to expressing yourself on LinkedIn, growing an audience, mentorship, and building your network. A must see for any transitioning Servicemember, Veteran and family member. Hire Military Website www.HireMilitary.us Your Next Mission™ Website www.yournextmission.org 0:00 Your Next Mission™ Season #2 EP 25 | Michael Quinn CEO at HireMilitary & Tenova LLC 0:17 Presenting Sponsors: Cavalry Agency, Navy Federal Credit Union, Purdue University Global, and Veterans United Home Loans 0:34 Opening 12th SMA (R) Jack L. Tilley 1:19 Introduction of Michael Quinn CEO at HireMilitary & Tenova LLC 2:09 What is HireMilitary and your personal transition experience. 9:23 What is "Your Why"? 12:25 Did you have any Mentors? 18:08 What were the Psychological impacts associated with your transition? 24:15 Veterans Suicide 29:47 Family Involvement 33:54 Transition Assistance Programs 42:16 Knowing your worth? 43:02 Identity 48:47 Commercial for Presenting Sponsors: Cavalry Agency, Navy Federal Credit Union, Purdue University Global, and Veterans United Home Loans 51:53 Reality Check 55:50 How is Networking impactful? 1:07 Final thoughts Michael Quinn CEO at HireMilitary & Tenova LLC 1:12:16 SMA Tilley Final thoughts 1. Dedicating Season #2 to Mental Illness. 2. Wear Military Hat every Friday. 3. Reach out to your neighbor! 1:16:40 Outro

In this final episode celebrating our Army’s 247th Birthday, MG Johnny K. Davis and CSM Jerimiah E. Gan from the U.S. Army Cadet Command (USACC) sit down to discuss their mission of recruiting, educating, developing, and inspiring Senior ROTC Cadets in order to commission officers of character for the U.S. Army. This exciting episode captures why many call (USACC) the best leadership producing organization in the world. U.S. Army Cadet Command (USACC) https://www.cadetcommand.army.mil/ Your Next Mission™ Website www.yournextmission.org Season #2 Episode 24 | U.S. Army Cadet Command (USACC) 0:00 Season #2 Episode 24 | U.S. Army Cadet Command (USACC) 0:17 Presenting Sponsors: Cavalry Agency, Navy Federal Credit Union, Purdue University Global, and Veterans United Home Loans 0:34 Opening 12th SMA (R) Jack L. Tilley 1:31 Introduction of MG Johnny K. Davis & CSM Jerimiah E. Gan from U.S. Army Cadet Command 4:36 Can you tell us what the Army's 247th Birthday means to you? 6:33 Can you tell us about the U.S. Army Cadet Command? 7:48 CSM Gan, what are the advantages of being in the ROTC Program and why do students participate? 11:40 Are there a lot of schools that don't have ROTC? 13:11 Can you cover JROTC and tell us us more about the program? 15:40 What is the difference between ROTC & JROTC? 23:18 What are some of the advantages of JROTC and how can high school students get involved? 25:39 What sets the Army's ROTC program apart? 27:02 How many Officers does the Army's ROTC Program commission a year? 28:07 Commercial for Presenting Sponsors: Cavalry Agency, Navy Federal Credit Union, Purdue University Global, and Veterans United Home Loans 30:25 How is the ROTC Program looking to grow in the future? 32:16 What some challenges does ROTC face? 35:12 If you were Kings for a day, what would be the #1 thing you would change in the Army? 38:11 Final thoughts from MG Johnny K. Davis & CSM Jerimiah E. Gan from U.S. Army Cadet Command 40:58 SMA Tilley Final thoughts 1. Dedicating Season #2 to Mental Illness. 2. Wear Military Hat every Friday. 3. Reach out to your neighbor! 45:10 Outro

In continuation of our month-long celebration of the Army’s 247th Birthday, Chief of the Army Reserve LTG Jody J. Daniels and CSM Andrew Lombardo, Command Team from the U.S. Army Reserve Command, join us to discuss the nearly 190,000 Army Reserve Soldiers and 11,000 Civilians that are present in all 50 States, five U.S. territories, and deployed to 23 countries around the world. They provide an unbelievable overview on their mission and why the Reserve Soldier is twice the citizen! U.S. Army Reserve Command (USARC) https://www.usar.army.mil/ Your Next Mission™ Website www.yournextmission.org Season #2 Episode 23 | U.S. Army Reserve Command (USARC) 0:00 Season #2 Episode 23 | U.S. Army Reserve Command (USARC) 0:18 Presenting Sponsors: Cavalry Agency, Navy Federal Credit Union, Purdue University Global, and Veterans United Home Loans 0:33 Opening 12th SMA (R) Jack L. Tilley 1:55 Introduction of LTG Jody Daniels and CSM Andrew Lombardo 6:15 What does the Army's Birthday mean to you? 10:25 Overview of the Army Reserve 26:05 How do USAR stay ready? 31:20 Recruiting and Retention in the Army Reserve? 34:34 USAR Final Thoughts 38:35 SMA Final Thoughts